A91/100
WHITE PLAINS CITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 59,559 people · New York
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
NY5903464
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2009.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About WHITE PLAINS CITY
Is WHITE PLAINS CITY water safe to drink?
WHITE PLAINS CITY water receives a grade of A (91/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WHITE PLAINS CITY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in WHITE PLAINS CITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WHITE PLAINS CITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, WHITE PLAINS CITY has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2009. Violation types include Other, TT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does WHITE PLAINS CITY serve?
WHITE PLAINS CITY serves approximately 59,559 people, New York. The system provides water to 1 community: White Plains (C).
What type of water does WHITE PLAINS CITY provide?
WHITE PLAINS CITY sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is NY5903464.
How does WHITE PLAINS CITY compare to other utilities in New York?
WHITE PLAINS CITY scores 91/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our New York state page for a full comparison of water systems.